Holiday Split Pea Soup Mix in a Jar
Capture the cozy essence of the holidays with this delightful 'Holiday Split Pea Soup Mix in a Jar'—the perfect DIY gift or pantry staple. Layers of vibrant green split peas, red lentils, and pearled barley create a gorgeous visual presentation, while aromatic spices like smoked paprika, dried thyme, and garlic powder infuse the soup with robust flavor. Conveniently packaged with bouillon cubes, this make-ahead mix requires just water and minimal effort to transform into a hearty, nutritious soup. Ideal for gifting during the festive season, it comes with a prep time of 15 minutes and yields a warming dinner for six in just about an hour. Surprise your loved ones with this charming gourmet gift or save it for a busy winter evening when comfort food is a must! Keywords: holiday soup mix, split pea soup, DIY gift, jar recipe, homemade soup mix, hearty winter soup.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Green split peas
- 1 cup Red lentils
- 1 cup Pearled barley
- 2 tablespoons Dried minced onion
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 3 pieces Chicken or vegetable bouillon cubes
Instructions
Layer the ingredients in a 1-quart (32-ounce) Mason jar in the following order: green split peas, red lentils, pearled barley, dried minced onion, garlic powder, thyme, cumin, parsley, smoked paprika, and bouillon cubes. Pack the layers gently to ensure they fit well and look neat.
Seal the jar tightly with a lid and decorate it with ribbon or fabric, if desired. Include a label with cooking instructions.
To prepare the soup, empty the contents of the jar into a large pot.
Add 8 cups of water (or as needed to cover the mixture by a couple of inches) and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peas and barley are tender.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add salt and pepper as desired.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs or croutons, if preferred. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1716 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2771 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.6 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 101.4 g | 362% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.1 g | ||
| Protein | 92.8 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 313 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 1591 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
